Hierarchical Workflow Management System

Abstract

Hierarchical workflow management systems and methods are provided that enable users in the building trades to coordinating workflows for projects having at least three levels.

Description

[0001]This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13 / 705,117 filed on Dec. 4, 2012, published as U.S. publ. no. 2013 / 0144677, which claims the benefit of U.S. provisional application having Ser. No. 61 / 567,037 filed on Dec. 5, 2011. These and all other referenced extrinsic materials are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety. Where a definition or use of a term in a reference that is incorporated by reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of that term provided herein, the definition of that term provided herein is deemed to be controlling.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]Systems and methods are provided that enable users in any industry to forecast and monitor project-centric workflow operations in real time, sharply reducing staff, costly delays, and logistical complications. The systems and methods described herein also allows quick determination of any necessary supporting document status, licensing, insurance, payments, r...

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Benefits of technology

The patent text describes a system and method for managing construction projects in real-time, reducing back-office staff and costly delays. It allows project personnel to easily monitor and manage project-centric workflow operations. The system includes a database with hierarchical structures that define the necessary information for a project, as well as verification and request engines to ensure data input is accurate and conforms to the project's requirements. The system also restricts access to data based on its users' roles, preventing higher-level users from accessing data inputted by lower-level users. Overall, CTS improves communication and procedures in the construction industry, making it easier for property owners and contractors to work together and save money.

Problems solved by technology

The systems and methods of certain embodiments can facilitate validating licenses of contractors and sub-contractors, an otherwise time consuming task.

In most states it is illegal to utilize an unlicensed contractor, and the penalties and fines from Worker Compensation for doing so are staggering to a small to mid-size company.

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